An USHER is a wedding attendant who helps to seat guests and direct them to the ceremony. A BRIDESMAID is a female friend or family member of the bride who stands with her during the ceremony and participates in pre-wedding events. A groomsman is a male friend or family member of the groom who stands with him during the ceremony and participates in pre-wedding events. The best man is the groom's closest friend or family member who stands with him during the ceremony and is responsible for organizing the bachelor party.